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I agree with Jessica N, and also about Scouting. Scouting has been one of the best things we did for our DS he is now a Patrol leader for the fist time and doing well. It helps him so much socially it is amazing. We also have him in counseling for social skills. Don't worry too much and we are all here for you

Thank you so much for all your advice.  We are still waiting until my dd teacher and counselor fill out information and send it to the pediatrician before we can start meds.  Everyone gives me so much hope.  Right now my daughter is still pretty happy but I can see how frustrated she is when she can't control her impulses and is feeling different then the others.  I just want to do all I can for her and not regret something.  My husband at first was against meds but he is all for them now and we will see what happens.  I know it is not a magic pill and we have a lot of work ahead but I know without meds all the discipline, counseling, etc. will never help her enough. 

I am actually looking forward to this Summer.  It would be nice to go shopping, swimming, bike riding, etc. and not have to worry if I am going to lose her.  We have always done these things but it is very stressful.  By the time we get home I am just glad nothing bad has happened.

Thanks again to all.  I am just glad I am not alone.  Good luck.

 

Actually, I have one child that's combo but mainly inattentive and another child combo but mainly hyper/impulsive. The meds really are a miracle for the latter, but not so much for the inattentive one.

This is a disability of doing, not knowing. They know what to do, they just cannot do it. That's why the social skills therapy is not working. I tried it for a year.

I would give her a month or so on the meds. Then go to class and observe for 1-2 hours and pick a child that's a good fit for a playdate. Or ask the teacher. Try something outside with lots of room to run, and short, maybe two hours. I had a lot of luck when I chose the child and chose playdate situations that were likely to be winners.
As far as practicing - try mini M&M's.

It's great that you've found your starting place! Now you can help her find
her path.

How old is she? I would try to help her practice social skills by enrolling her
in small groups, like Girl Scouts, or start her in a sport, karate is great.

The pills are not going to suddenly make her popular; they're going to give
her the chance to take control of her life again.

Best of luck to you!

Thank you very much for your response.  My dd is 7.  I understand the pills are not going to be a miracle.   She has been taking a social skills class with a counselor but I will be honest she understands what she needs to do but is unable to carry out what she has learned.  We have had numerous play dates and nobody ever wants to come back.  I know we have a long way before we see results.  I plan on her seeing the counselor even when the class is over to work on issues. 

It is funny because yesterday when the doctor diagnosed her with ADHD and asked her would she be OK with taking medicine.  All she said is when can she start taking the medicine and she will practice swallowing pills.  She is so cute because today we have been practicing swallowing pills and she is so excited because she is finally able to do it. 

 

Yesterday my dd and I went to the pediatrician and she diagnosed her with ADHD.   My dd is hyper/impulsive but not inattentive.  She has many social issues and now just sits by herself at school and talks to no one.  My dd is so excited to start medicine.  She wants to practice swallowing pills so she doesn't have to taste the medicine on her food.  Can anyone give my words of encouragment.   My main concern is for her to feel good about herself and have a friend.